1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Alpine A 110
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Alpine A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alpine |
| Model | 33 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2140 mm |
